Cognoscenti Food & Wine at Cognoscenti Food & Wine

Restaurant
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Whole venue
1628A Burwood Highway, Belgrave, 3160
South East Melbourne

About this space

The highlight of Cognoscenti is its expansive space, featuring a main dining area, front room with a bar, and an outdoor deck overlooking. The restaurant exudes warmth with wooden features, and soft lighting, providing a cozy atmosphere for guests to enjoy their meal.

Cognoscenti caters to a wide range of events, including lunch and dinner gatherings, cocktail parties, birthdays, work celebrations, and more. Guests have the option to reserve the entire restaurant for exclusive use, ensuring privacy and personalized service for their event. The restaurant's flexible space and customizable menu options make it suitable for intimate dinners, lively parties, and everything in between.


Event offers and packages

Package per person

- Stand up cocktail event $90ppn (cold canapés, hot canapés, desserts)
- Sit down event from $70pp
- Beverage packages from $60pp

Prices

Sunday
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Monday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Tuesday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Wednesday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500–$4000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Thursday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500–$4000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Friday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500–$7000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $7000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Saturday
11:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500–$7000 min. spend
Per session
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $7000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Stand up cocktail event – 70 guests
Sit down lunch/dinner event – 50 guests
Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 70
Dining
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Natural light
Quiet space
Free on-street parking
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building
No pets allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Nestled in the tranquil Dandenong Ranges, Cognoscenti offers a serene escape just a short drive from Melbourne's CBD. With its cozy ambiance blending rustic charm and modern elegance, the restaurant invites guests to relax and indulge in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends, Cognoscenti caters to every occasion with hospitality and delicious cuisine, making it the perfect spot for a memorable dining experience in Belgrave.


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